Pension Tax
The latest news, updates and opinions on Pension Tax from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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Autumn Budget 2024: Pensions and Aim shares to be taxed in IHT crackdown
The chancellor has announced that pension pots will be liable for inheritance tax from 2027, while Aim shares will be hit a year earlier. Critics call the measures a “blow for savers”
By Ruth Emery Published
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Pension moves you should make before Labour’s Budget raid
Savers are maxing out their pension contributions while retirees are grabbing their tax-free cash amid fears of a tax raid in the Autumn Budget. We look at what you can do to prepare
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Pensioners reclaim £44 million from HMRC – are you owed money?
Thousands of pensioners claim money back from HMRC after being overtaxed on their withdrawals. We explain how to avoid a shock bill and get a refund.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Will Labour cut the 25% pension tax-free cash in the Autumn Budget?
The chancellor is said to be considering reducing the maximum amount of tax-free cash that pension savers can take. Should you take your money now just in case?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Will Labour change the rules on pension tax relief?
Pension tax relief costs the government almost £50 billion a year – but new reports suggest cuts are off the table at the upcoming Budget
By Katie Williams Last updated
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11 reasons you need to register for self-assessment before 5 October
There are lots of reasons why you may need to register for self-assessment. But you’ll need to act fast to meet the 5 October deadline
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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The £1m pension problem: Why you may not get 25% tax-free cash
The pension lifetime allowance has been axed, but there's a sting in the tail. Savers with large pensions could see their tax-free cash shrunk to just 10%. We explain what’s happening and what action you should take
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Pension tax refunds approach £1.2 billion - are you owed money from a shock bill?
News HMRC has refunded almost £1.2 billion in overpaid tax since pension freedom rules were introduced. Here is how retirees can avoid an unexpected bill.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Pension tax refunds: how to get your money back if you have been overtaxed on withdrawals
Advice Thousands of people accessing their pensions are being significantly overtaxed. Here’s how to get a pension tax refund
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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